I've been told that having a gun when horse camping serves a variety of purposes. The first is the care of the horse. If by some unfortunate accident, the horse would become critically injured in the process of riding, you have but one choice... put the horse down. I've been informed that the most humane method of doing this in a remote area is with your sidearm. Apparently other options are available, but every one that was mentioned sounded far too slow or gruesome to me, so I'm on board with the gun option.
Another reason for the weapons is wildlife. Apparently man has managed to run all of the big predatory animals out of Missouri, but that is not the case in northern California. I've been told to expect that there are bear and big cats lurking out in the wilderness of California, and that your best defense is a good offense. The idea is to scare not harm, but if they refuse to leave, that we are prepared to make a stand rather then become dinner.
Not being one who has ever carried a sidearm, I'm not sure what to expect. My friend has a small arsenal of weapons, so the most difficult part of this might be choosing the one that matches my western attire. I have been given a slew of options... here is the one I liked the best.
OK... I know that you're probably asking yourself what kind of western attire goes with a Beretta? I wish I could answer... but all I can think of is mine... I guess.I'll be posting more as I start getting ready for the trip.
- ND
2 comments:
should this decision be based on fashion?
Sheer stopping power is probably a better decision factor, but when you go to the mountains... you gotta be sure not to clash.
- ND
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